About the Author

Maya Powers, @MayaPowers
Estate Planning Content Expert, Trust & Will
Maya Powers, Content Producer at Trust & Will, is a writer and estate planning content expert. She brings over a decade of reporting, writing, and content production to Trust & Will's offerings. Before joining Trust & Will, Maya was a freelance writer who helped brands amplify their voices with her writing and content marketing expertise. She has worked in subject matters such as generative A.I., international economics and policy, higher education, and real estate investing. Maya holds an International MBA from UC San Diego and a BA in Journalism & Public Relations from Cal Poly Humboldt. She lives in Santa Barbara, CA with her husband, daughter, and three pets.
Articles from this author

Estate Planning —5 min read
Guide to Creating a Time Capsule

Probate —7 min read
Navigating Probate: Common Executor Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Estate Planning —3 min read
Transferring Deeds When The Owner Dies

Probate —6 min read
"My Dad Had a Trust, Do I Still Have to File for Probate?"

End of Life Planning —9 min read
Little Miss Sunshine: Unexpected Death Planning

Estate Planning —5 min read
The Most Unique & Eccentric Gifts made through Estate Plans

Estate Planning —2 min read
How Much Does Probate Cost in Utah?

Probate —2 min read
Cost of Probate in Vermont

Probate —4 min read
Who Inherits Copyright After Death?